Magic & amulets

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Why do jinn fear iron?

Why do jinn fear iron?

Why are jinn scared of iron? An exploration into the origins of a worldwide folk belief

Magic of Rings

Magic of Rings

Can a ring be an amulet? This blog explores rings as amulets in North Africa & the Middle East.

Magic of Fastening

Magic of Fastening

The magical power of closing and fastening in jewellery from North Africa & the Middle East: history and uses.

Magic of Keys

Magic of Keys

Key magic: why are keys important as amulets? Find out in this blog on keys in Middle Eastern jewellery!

Magic of plastic

Magic of plastic

How does plastic work as amulet in silver jewellery from the Middle East….?

Magic of food

Magic of food

How does food work as amulet in silver jewellery from the Middle East….?

Seven Eyes

Seven Eyes

The Seven Eyes amulet is a blue pierced disc, also called saba uyun. Its age is uncertain, but here is what we do know!

Magic of Numbers

Magic of Numbers

What do numbers mean in silver ethnic jewelry? Find out more here.

Bahariya discs

Bahariya discs

Bahariya discs from Egypt: their history and meaning.

A Hidden Fear

A Hidden Fear

The hidden message in a silver Omani necklace: find out more!

Magic of Knots

Magic of Knots

Knot magic in jewellery from North Africa & the Middle East: history and uses.